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February 2021
FEBRUARY 11, 2021
Table of Contents
ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL ................................................................................................................. 4
FEBRUARY 16 REGULAR MEETING ..........................................................................................................................4
FEBRUARY 23 WORK SESSION ................................................................................................................................4
FEBRUARY 25 URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY BOARD MEETING ............................................................................4
MARCH 2 REGULAR MEETING ................................................................................................................................5
MARCH 9 WORK SESSION .......................................................................................................................................5
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT – UPCOMING EVENTS ................................................................................ 6
SALES TAX - MONTHLY & YEAR TO DATE ....................................................................................... 6
CP - ENGINEERING ............................................................................................................................. 7
VINE AND LEMAY BNSF IMPROVEMENTS ..............................................................................................................7
LINDEN STREET RENOVATION PROJECT .................................................................................................................7
TAFT HILL ROAD IMPROVEMENTS – HORSETOOTH TO HARMONY .......................................................................8
EAST PROSPECT WIDENING – SHARP POINT TO INTERSTATE 25 ...........................................................................9
DRAKE AND HAMPSHIRE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL INTERSECTION PROJECT ......................................................9
CHERRY STREET ARTHUR DITCH BRIDGE IMPROVEMENTS ................................................................................. 10
CP - PARK PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT ....................................................................................... 10
CITY PARK REFRESH ............................................................................................................................................. 10
EAST PARK DISTRICT MAINTENANCE FACILITY .................................................................................................... 11
OAK STREET PLAZA WATER FEATURE .................................................................................................................. 12
PARKS & RECREATION MASTER PLAN ................................................................................................................. 12
RAW WATER SUPPLY MASTER PLAN ................................................................................................................... 13
REACH 4 FEASIBILITY STUDY ................................................................................................................................ 13
CP - OPERATION SERVICES ............................................................................................................ 13
FORT COLLINS/LOVELAND POLICE TRAINING CENTER ........................................................................................ 13
BLOCK 32/42 – CIVIC MASTER PLAN REFRESH .................................................................................................... 14
CP - UTILITIES.................................................................................................................................... 15
CIS/OSS ................................................................................................................................................................ 15
CABLE REPLACEMENT PRIORITY #8-BROWN FARM CABLE ................................................................................. 15
LIGHT & POWER JOINT TRAINING FIELD WITH POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY ......................................................... 16
CORRAL OVERHEAD CONVERSION PROJECT ....................................................................................................... 16
27” POUDRE CANYON RAW WATERLINE ............................................................................................................. 17
OAK STREET STORMWATER IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT ..................................................................................... 18
NORTH MASON STORMWATER DRAINAGE SYSTEM FINAL DESIGN ................................................................... 18
PUBLIC SAFETY ................................................................................................................................ 19
POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY ................................................................................................................................... 19
POLICE SERVICES .................................................................................................................................................. 20
PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT &TRANSPORTATION ......................................................................... 21
BUILDING, PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW .......................................................................................... 21
GRAFFITI UPDATE ............................................................................................................................ 22
SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES ............................................................................................................ 22
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES ................................................................................................................................ 22
SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY ...................................................................................................................................... 23
ECONOMIC HEALTH ............................................................................................................................................. 23
UTILITIES ............................................................................................................................................ 23
CUSTOMER CONNECTIONS .................................................................................................................................. 23
COMMUNITY SERVICES .................................................................................................................... 24
RECREATION ........................................................................................................................................................ 24
PARKS ................................................................................................................................................................... 24
CULTURAL SERVICES ............................................................................................................................................ 25
NATURAL AREAS .................................................................................................................................................. 25
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT ..................................................................................................................... 26
BROADBAND – FORT COLLINS CONNEXION ................................................................................. 26
COMMUNITY DASHBOARD HIGHLIGHT .......................................................................................... 27
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 4
ISSUES BEFORE COUNCIL
FEBRUARY 16 REGULAR MEETING
Housing Strategic Plan - Adoption
o Adopt the Housing Strategic Plan and highlight key implementation steps post-adoption.
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health 1.1 - Improve and increase availability and
choice of quality housing that is affordable to a broad range of income levels.
Plastic Pollution Code Amendment (Second Reading and Resolution)
o To initiate a plastic pollution ballot measure for the April election.
Environmental Health 4.3 - Enhance efforts to achieve 2030 zero waste goals.
Land Use Code Update - Phase One
o Appropriate funds to support the implementation of housing-related Land Use Code updates as
recommended in the 2019 Land Use Code Audit. This item has been qualified as a “quicker
win” in the Housing Strategic Plan process.
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health 1.1 - Improve and increase availability and
choice of quality housing that is affordable to a broad range of income levels.
Hughes Stadium Ballot Language
o Consider a Resolution to amend the ballot language based on County election rules and a
potential court ruling.
High Performing Government 7.1 - Provide world-class municipal services through
operational excellence and a culture of innovation.
Staff Report: Mail Creek Stream Rehabilitation Project
o Provide an overview of the project.
Environmental Health 4.6 - Sustain and improve the health of the Cache la Poudre
River and all watersheds within the city.
FEBRUARY 23 WORK SESSION
Exterior Lighting Code Changes
o Provide Council with options to better control the various aspects of light pollution (overlighting,
glare, light trespass), and create contextually appropriate lighting plans by requiring lower
lighting in areas with lower nighttime activity (Natural Areas and residential), and higher lighting
levels in areas with higher nighttime activity (Downtown and Commercial Corridors).
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health 1.6 - Align land use regulations and review
procedures to guide development consistent with City Plan.
Visit Fort Collins Destination Master Plan and Tourism Improvement District
o Provide an update on the Destination Master Plan and to share information about a possible
effort to form a Tourism Improvement District.
Economic Health 3.1 - Facilitate government and local partners to achieve effective
regional economic resilience.
FEBRUARY 25 URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY BOARD MEETING
Thursday, February 25 at 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Zoom virtual meeting
Agenda posted at www.renewfortcollins.com/meeting-agendas shortly before meeting date.
.
Please note that this list is subject to
frequent change. Please call the City
Clerk’s Office for up-to-date
information. 970-416-2774.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 5
MARCH 2 REGULAR MEETING
2021 Reappropriation Ordinance, First Reading (consent)
o Appropriate expenses related to the previous fiscal year’s appropriations that lapsed at year
end, but for which the expenses were not completed.
High Performing Government 7.1 - Provide world-class municipal services through
operational excellence and a culture of innovation.
Metro District Policy Amendment Adoption
o Consider adoption of an update to the Metro District Policies related to the approval of
Residential Metro District Service Plans.
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health 1.5 - Align land use regulations and review
procedures to guide development consistent with City Plan.
Plastics Pollution Appropriation
o Consider adoption of an ordinance approving an appropriation to support initial implementation
of regulations regarding disposable bags.
Environmental Health 4.3 - Enhance efforts to achieve 2030 zero waste goals.
Staff Report: Cache la Poudre Instream Flow Project Update
o Provide an update on the status of the Poudre River Instream Flow Plan, which is an effort by
multiple partners to increase stream flows in Fort Collins and downstream.
Environmental Health 4.6 - Sustain and improve the health of the Cache la Poudre
River and all watersheds within the city.
Executive Session
o Discuss the Hughes Stadium property declaratory judgment ruling and the recent camping
ruling.
MARCH 9 WORK SESSION
Time of Day Rate Structure Review after Two Years
o Provide an update to City Council on the residential Time of Day rate structure which has been
in effect since October 2018.
Economic Health 3.5 - Invest in and maintain utility infrastructure and services while
ensuring predictable utility rates.
East Mulberry Corridor Planning
o Share timeline and engagement strategies related to an update to the East Mulberry Corridor
Plan, including future financial assessment and phasing scenarios of possible enclave
incorporation.
Neighborhood Livability & Social Health 1.7 - Develop options and assess the
feasibility of the annexation of the Mulberry Corridor.
E-Scooter/ Bike Share Annual Report
o Provide Council with an overview of key successes and challenges from the 2020 e-scooter
and bike share programs and discuss how these successes and challenges will inform the
2021 programs, which are scheduled for launch in April or May 2021.
Transportation 6.2 - Manage traffic congestion and improve high-priority
intersections for all users.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 6
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT – UPCOMING EVENTS
Budget 2022 Public Engagement
City staff will kick off the public engagement efforts for the 2022 budget during the month of March. As
part of the activities, the City will host a community meeting with community partners on Wednesday,
March 3 to give more information about the different options to give feedback and learn about the
budget. Staff will also give an overview of major public engagement efforts happening across the City
during the year.
City of Fort Collins Equity Office Listening Sessions
City staff will host a series of listening sessions with community members and community partners to
get input on the creation of the City's Equity Office. The events will help inform the creation of a new
Equity & Inclusion Office. The sessions will take place on the following dates: *
• Friday, February 12, 11:00am – 12:00pm (English)
• Tuesday, February 16, 8:00am – 10:00am (Spanish)
• Tuesday, February 16, 6:00pm – 7:00pm (Spanish)
*To join one of the sessions, visit: https://www.fcgov.com/citymanager/
SALES TAX - MONTHLY & YEAR TO DATE
DECEMBER SUMMARY OVER PRIOR YEAR
Month Year to Date
Net Sales Tax Collected: -0.8% -3.3%
Net Use Tax Collected: -10.6% -10.0%
Net Sales and Use Tax Collected: -2.3% -4.4%
Year to date, sales and use tax collections excluding rebates are down 4.4% and total $135.3M.
DECEMBER SUMMARY OVER BUDGET
Month Year to Date
Net Sales Tax Collected: -0.1% -3.7%
Net Use Tax Collected: -7.1% 0.1%
Net Sales and Use Tax Collected: -1.1% -3.2%
Year to date, the City has collected 3.2% less sales and use tax revenue, totaling $4.4M under budget.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 7
CP - ENGINEERING
VINE AND LEMAY BNSF IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: Keep Fort Collins Great (KFCG),
Transportation Capital Expansion Fee (TCEF), 2017 / 2018 BFO
Estimated Project Budget: $24M
Estimated Completion Date: 2021
Phase: Pre-construction
Project Details:
The existing Vine and Lemay intersection, which includes the
Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Railway crossing, is
severely congested with limited options to expand through or
turn lane capacity due to land use constraints.
Project Status:
Construction is anticipated to begin in late February.
Construction contractor has been secured.
More information is available at fcgov.com/engineering/vine-
lemay
LINDEN STREET RENOVATION PROJECT
Funding Source: Community Capital Improvement Program (CCIP)
Estimated Project Budget: $3.8M
Estimated Completion Date: 2020
Phase: Engineering Design
Project Details:
The goals of this project are to renovate Linden Street between Walnut Street and Jefferson Street.
Initial concepts include converting this section of Linden Street to a “convertible” street; one that can
function primarily as a roadway but can also be closed to vehicles and converted to a pedestrian plaza
during specialty events.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 8
Project Status:
The City plans to begin constructing improvements at the intersection of Linden and
Walnut streets in early February.
To safely and efficiently construct these improvements, Linden Street will be closed to
vehicular traffic near the Linden/Walnut Streets intersection. Access to Linden Street will be
at Jefferson Street, and outdoor dining areas will not be affected by this work.
During daytime working hours, Walnut Street will accommodate two-way traffic through the
use of on-site flaggers. Walnut Street will be fully open outside working hours.
Construction activities will shift to the Linden/Jefferson Streets intersection once work is
completed at the Linden/Walnut Streets Intersection. Overall completion of the work is
expected in Spring 2021.
More information is available at: https://www.fcgov.com/engineering/linden-street-renovation/
TAFT HILL ROAD IMPROVEMENTS – HORSETOOTH TO HARMONY
Funding Source: Larimer County Regional Road Fees (RRF),
Federal Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG)
Estimated Project Budget: $5.3M
Estimated Completion Date: Fall 2022
Phase: Preliminary Design
Project Details:
This section of Taft Hill Road currently experiences significant
congestion and safety concerns. In collaboration with Larimer
County, the City will construct a 4-lane arterial roadway from
the intersection at Horsetooth to Brixton Road (just south of
Harmony). Improvements will include sidewalk, curb and gutter,
bike lanes and storm sewer/utility improvements. The City and
County were awarded a federal STBG grant for design and
construction.
Project Status:
Project team is coordinating with CDOT for Right-of-Way plan approval in order to start
acquisition.
More information is available at: https://www.fcgov.com/engineering/taft-hill
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 9
EAST PROSPECT WIDENING – SHARP POINT TO INTERSTATE 25
Funding Source: Transportation Capital Expansion Fee (TCEF)
Estimated Project Budget: $8M – Currently have $2M
Estimated Completion Date: Fall 2022 – Pending construction
funding
Phase: Final Design and right-of-way (ROW) acquisition
Project Details:
This project will widen East Prospect Road to the 4-lane arterial
cross section from approximately Sharp Point on the west end to
Interstate 25 (I-25) on the east end. This is a project being
coordinated with current CDOT improvements at the interchange,
as well as local development. This is the last major piece of
Prospect Road to be upgraded to the Master Street Plan 4-lane
arterial section, and involves constructing a new intersection at
the Frontage Road and East Prospect on the west side of I-25, as
well as improvements to the Summitview and Sharp Point intersections.
Project Status:
Plan to begin right-of-way acquisition in late March.
DRAKE AND HAMPSHIRE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL INTERSECTION
PROJECT
Funding Source: Safe Routes to School Federal Grant
Estimated Project Budget: $620,000
Estimated Completion Date: Winter 2020
Phase: Preliminary Design
Project Details:
This project will add a signalized intersection and bike/ped improvements to the intersection of Drake
Road and Hampshire Drive. Planned improvements include: full signalized intersection, pedestrian
ramp improvements, crosswalks, and revised roadway striping to better accommodate cyclists. This
project will provide a Safe Route to School connection between Blevins Middle School and the Spring
Creek Trail.
Project Status:
Project is currently being awarded to Sturgeon Electric.
Construction is anticipated to begin in April.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 10
CHERRY STREET ARTHUR DITCH BRIDGE IMPROVEMENTS
Funding Source: Capital Bridge Program
Estimated Project Budget: $750K
Estimated Completion Date: Spring 2021
Phase: Construction
Project Details:
This project will replace Arthur Ditch under Cherry Street
between Wood Street and Grant Avenue. This bridge is
structurally deficient, and load posted. The replacement bridge
will be shallower and wider to allow for have full asphalt
thickness over the structure. This project is fully funded through
the City’s Capital Bridge Program.
Project Status:
Construction began mid-January 2021.
Existing bridge has been removed.
CP - PARK PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
CITY PARK REFRESH
Funding Source: Building On Basics
Total Project Cost: $850k-$1M
Phase: Phase I project identification
Estimated Completion: 2021 for Phase I project
Project Details:
After community feedback on several concepts, master plans, and improvement ideas, City Park is
undergoing a restroom improvement project.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 11
The City Park Restroom Project provides a new, year-round restroom along with surrounding site
improvements. Construction began on September 7, 2020 and landscaping is planned for spring 2021.
Visit the project web site for additional information regarding the project at ourcity.fcgov.com/city-park-
tomorrow.
Project Status:
Restroom structure is near completion.
Landscape plantings and the art-in-public-place art piece planned for spring 2021
installation.
EAST PARK DISTRICT MAINTENANCE FACILITY
Funding Source: Parkland Funds
Total Project Cost: $2.5 - $5 million
Phase: Design Development
Estimated Completion: Fall/Winter 2021-2022
Project Details:
A maintenance facility to serve the East Park District, which includes multiple neighborhood and
community parks, is proposed near the intersection of Drake & Ziegler near the water treatment
facility. The maintenance facility will house Parks Department staff, equipment, and some minor
material storage.
Project Status:
Building will be net-zero, high efficiency building.
Construction anticipated to begin in spring 2021, with projected completion in fall 2021.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 12
OAK STREET PLAZA WATER FEATURE
Funding Source: GID
Total Project Cost: $80,000
Phase: Construction
Estimated Completion: Spring 2021
Project Details:
Park Planning and Development will be improving the water features in Oak Street Plaza this spring,
to resolve drainage and safety challenges in the plaza. The work is anticipated to be completed by
spring 2021.
Project Status:
City on-call contractor will start work on the fountain in March 2021 with anticipated
completion in May 2021.
PARKS & RECREATION MASTER PLAN
Project Status:
The Parks & Recreation Master Plan was unanimously approved by Council on January 19.
Next, City staff will be investigating potential funding strategies to fully implement the plan.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 13
Full details regarding the planning process including documents and videos, along with the
draft plan, are available at ourcity.fcgov.com/parksandrec.
RAW WATER SUPPLY MASTER PLAN
Project Details:
Park Planning and Development will be conducting a non-potable water supply master plan to identify
raw water needs for planned parks, with a focus on remaining parks in NE Fort Collins. The Master
Plan will include an analysis and recommendation for available water sources for each park, required
administrative and/or legal actions required to secure adequate supplies, delivery and storage
infrastructure costs, and ongoing monthly operational costs. Water supply impacts to existing parks
may also be included. An estimated one-year schedule is anticipated for completion of the Master
Plan.
Project Status:
Work anticipated to begin in spring 2021.
REACH 4 FEASIBILITY STUDY
Funding Source: CCIP
Total Project Cost: $125,000
Phase: Study underway
Estimated Completion: Winter 2021
Project Details:
This study will evaluate feasibility of improvements proposed for Reach 4 as part of the Poudre River
Downtown Master Plan, located along the Poudre River between the Whitewater Park and Linden
Street. The report will include estimated construction costs for use in preparing a 2021-22 budget
offer.
Project Status:
A feasibility study of the enhancements called out in the 2013 Poudre River Downtown
Master Plan is underway.
The study outlines project opportunities and constraints and assesses feasibility and cost.
The study is planned for completion Winter 2021.
CP - OPERATION SERVICES
FORT COLLINS/LOVELAND POLICE TRAINING CENTER
Funding Sources:
$9.25M generated from bonds for the
City of Fort Collins
$9.25M from City of Loveland
$1M from DOLA Grant
Estimated Project Cost: $19.5M
Phase: Phase II Building – Punchlist and Training
Estimated Completion Date: January 2021
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 14
Project Details:
The City of Fort Collins is partnering with The City of Loveland to construct a new Police training
facility which will be located on the west side of the Loveland Airport. This new site will offer a 50-yard
pistol range, a 1.4-mile driving track, concrete skills pad, and classrooms for special training.
Project Status:
Phase II – Building Construction Closeout:
Contractor is working on final close-out items.
- Building system testing and balancing
- Owner training
- Building envelope testing
- System commissioning
Contractor is working on LEED Credit items. Starting building air flush out for LEED.
- Building air flush out
- Compiling LEED trash & recycling documents
Scheduled to turn over Phase II to Police Departments mid-February.
Phase II – Adding Site Items with project savings.
- Storage Shed for equipment, cones, barricades, etc.
- Blast pad to train on building entry
- K9 Training area
- Observation tower for Track and Skills pad
Plan to start construction on phase III items in March as weather allows.
Scheduled to complete phase III scope in summer of 2021.
BLOCK 32/42 – CIVIC MASTER PLAN REFRESH
Funding Source: Capital Project via BFO: $300,000
Estimated Project Cost: TBD
Phase: RFP
Estimated Completion Date: TBD
Project Details:
Space planning for Block 32 and 42 that was performed in
2013-2014 and needs to be updated. The new
planning effort will involve each affected department to
determine their space needs and anticipated growth over the
next 10-12 Years. With the completion of the refresh the City
can decide which departments to house in 215 N. Mason,
300 Laporte Ave - Building A, and the new City Hall. The refresh will also help determine an appropriate
size of the new City Hall. Once this is determined and a conceptual design is produced it will be submitted
to Council for review, next recommended steps and approval.
Project Status:
Finished up meetings with various departments and staff associated with the Civic Center
Masterplan re-fresh for blocks 32 and 42 gathering information on current and future needs.
Have three-day charrette scheduled late February with City departments, Development
Review, Park Planning along with several boards and commissions to discuss layout of the
Civic Center Masterplan and gathering input as we look to update Conceptual Master plan.
We plan to have a deliverable by late April 2021 to include in the 2022 BFO offer.
Large Classroom
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 15
We plan to present to the new Council in late April or early May.
CP - UTILITIES
CIS/OSS
The Customer Information/Operational Support System (CIS/OSS) billing system project, delivered
through Open SmartFlex (OSF), is currently entering a different phase. OSF has been operating in a
live environment supporting FC Connexion (Broadband) since August 2019. Project leaders and team
members are temporarily pivoting focus back to the Broadband area to work on closing some
identified post go-live gaps and enhance OSF for newly defined Broadband products.
CABLE REPLACEMENT PRIORITY #8-BROWN FARM CABLE
Funding Source: BFO # 8.9
Estimated Project Budget: $153,000
Phase: Design Complete, Construction Initiated
Project Details:
Electric primary cable has been evaluated
throughout the Light & Power (L&P) service area
based on the year of installation, style of cable
and manufacturer to establish a prioritized
failure risk. This area was calculated as Priority
Area #8 citywide and involves the replacement
of 30 sections of single-phase power. The
replacement primarily occurs within the Brown
Farm Third Subdivision located west of S. Taft
Hill Drive and south of W. Stuart Street. The
replacement will also include the installation of
MaxCell innerduct to facilitate the future
installation of Connexion within the same
conduit used by L&P.
Project Status:
The project is currently designed and now within the construction phase.
Due to COVID 19 and with a lot of people working & learning from their homes, extra
construction planning around outages is needed and may require outages to occur after
hours or on weekends.
Excluding one MaxCell innerduct section, MaxCell installation is complete.
All but three cable sections have been replaced successfully.
Currently, half of the proposed transformers designated for replacement have occurred
with minimum outages.
Aerial view of Priority Area #8
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 16
LIGHT & POWER JOINT TRAINING FIELD WITH POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY
Funding Source: Offer # 11.21
Estimated Project Budget: $110,000
Phase: Design
Project Details:
Poudre Fire Authority (PFA) and Utilities staff have
been coordinating a plan to collaborate on training
services that will benefit both agencies at the PFA
Training Center on West Vine Drive. The
development of these props will benefit the City’s
Utilities Service Area by eliminating the need to
purchase land on which to erect the props, and
PFA benefits through the partnership by adding
new dimensions to special rescue training, as well
as partnering with Utilities to facilitate other site
improvements.
In this arrangement, PFA staff is working with
Utilities staff to develop the construction
drawings, surveys, and any excavation and
installation work that is necessary for the project.
PFA’s cost is expected to be minimal, and Utilities
has existing and future offers in the City’s
budgeting process to cover their portion of the
expenses.
Project Status:
Project has been approved by Energy and PFA Boards
PFA is in the process of informational outreach to CSURF- It owns the land.
Construction of training poles for climbing early spring 2021.
CORRAL OVERHEAD CONVERSION PROJECT
Funding Source: Offer 8.9
Estimated Project Budget: $125,000
Phase: Design
Project Details:
Efforts are continuing to replace aging
overhead electric lines with much more
reliable underground facilities. The
recent acquisition of the Corral
Annexation by Natural Areas made this
project possible. It will replace 3,000
lineal feet of overhead three-phase
primary with 1,700 lineal feet of
underground cable and conduits.
Project Status:
Preliminary design is complete.
Electric Field Service crew training
Aerial view of Two Creeks Natural area where
the project is taking place.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 17
The City Surveyor is completing both the construction and permanent easement
descriptions for submission with the Notice of Alignment.
The project was unanimously approved by the Land Conservation and Stewardship Board
at their November 3, 2020 meeting.
Construction is planned for Q2, pending the receipt of the approved Notice of Alignment.
27” POUDRE CANYON RAW WATERLINE
Funding Source: Water - BFO#12.21 (2021)
Estimated Project Budget: $3,2000,000
Status: In Design
Estimated Completion Date:
• Final Design – March 2022
• Construction - August 2023
Project Details:
The goal of this project is to ensure the structural integrity and
operational longevity of the City’s 27” raw waterline in the
Poudre Canyon. An existing, exposed section of the pipeline
in the river near Gateway Natural Area will be replaced to
eliminate the risk of failure which ensures the continued
delivery and reliability of raw water from the Poudre River to
the Water Treatment Facility. The design will consider the
existing geomorphology of the river to develop a long-term
solution which may require pipe alignment modifications and
deeper burial depths of the pipeline. Final design and
construction of the selected alternative are included in this
project.
Project Status:
Preliminary design of two alternatives is complete.
Environmental Permitting Summary Memo is
complete.
Cost and Constructability Memo is complete
Construction Contractor Selection Process is in
process – proposals were received mid-January 2021
and are being evaluated by the selection committee
with final selection planned to be made by March 2021
Existing, exposed raw waterline in
Poudre River
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 18
OAK STREET STORMWATER IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
Funding Source:
• BFO #8.19 (2018) Stormwater – Magnolia St
Outfall Ph 1
• BFO #14.12 (2021) Stormwater – Oak St
Stormwater Improvements Project
Estimated Project Budget: $1.8M (Design), $23.2M
(Construction); $25M (Total)
Status: In Conceptual Design Phase
Estimated Completion Date:
• Conceptual Design phase to be completed April
2021
• All Design phases to be completed Fall 2022
• Construction to be completed late 2024 or early
2025
Project Details:
This project is for the design and construction of stormwater infrastructure for the Oak Street Stormwater
Improvements Project (OSSP) that is part of the larger Downtown Stormwater Improvement Program
(DSIP). The project is generally located on Oak Street from Mason to Jackson and will include storm
laterals extending to the blocks both north and south of Oak Street. There will be approximately 8500
LF of new storm pipe installed with this project, ranging in size from 78” to 48”.
Project Status:
Data Collection: field locates are underway and preliminary potholing starting February 9
Public Engagement and Communication Planning underway
Existing Hydrology review underway
Contractor RFP process underway
NORTH MASON STORMWATER DRAINAGE SYSTEM FINAL DESIGN
Funding Source:
• BFO#14.13 Stormwater – N Mason/N College Phase 1
Design and some construction
• BFO#12.29 Water – N Mason Waterline - Design
• BFO#12.87 Wastewater – N Mason Sewer Main - Design
Estimated Project Budget:
• SW: $1,500,000,
• Water: $100,000,
• WW: $100,000
Status: Starting the work order process
Estimated Completion Date: December 2021
Project Details:
The objective of this project is to complete a final stormwater
design as well as water and sanitary sewer design along the
North Mason transportation corridor. Specifically, the water utility final design will include a
stormwater drainage outfall from just north of Hickory Street to the Poudre River along the proposed
North Mason transportation corridor. A conceptual pond design will be developed for the pond north of
Hickory. The final design is planned to be completed by fall of 2021, in the hopes of beginning initial
construction in 2022.
Oak and Howes, Looking West
Site Location
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE 19
Project Status:
Submitting work order for Purchasing Review, based on consultant scope of work, cost
estimate and schedules.
PUBLIC SAFETY
POUDRE FIRE AUTHORITY
Adult Male Deceased after Fire on McMurry Ave. | Feb. 4
PFA responded to reports of a smoke detector sounding in one of the units of a multi-residential facility
on the 4700 block of McMurry Ave. The Engine 5 crew was first on scene. Upon entry, firefighters
found heavy smoke and active flames. The engine crew located and removed one victim and
extinguished the fire with a pressurized water extinguisher. Sadly, the patient succumbed to his
injuries. No other injuries were reported and no other structures or units were involved.
Additional fire crews searched the floor to ensure the safety of other residents. They made contact
with those on the floor of the unit where the fire occurred to inquire about any other injuries or
concerns. The air was monitored throughout the building and returned to safe levels after ventilation.
Machinery and Storage Container Fire |
Jan. 20
PFA responded to a report of a vehicle fire
several miles north of Fort Collins at 12:53
p.m. The first arriving engine found a lumber
saw machine and a storage container
engulfed in flames. A second engine and
tender responded to the fire to provide water
supply. The crew was able to extinguish the
fire rapidly. This enabled them to prevent any
further spread. The fire cause was
determined to be unintentional and from
radiated heat.
Fire Extinguished at Pinon Hall on CSU
Campus | Jan. 17
Firefighters were dispatched to a fire in Pinon Hall on the CSU Campus at about 1:51 p.m. Engine 1
was the first crew on scene and found smoke in the lobby. The automatic sprinkler system activated,
but firefighters still needed to attack fire in the ceiling. The fire was controlled by 2:20 p.m. and PFA
investigators began their investigation. They believe the fire originated in a heating, ventilation, and air
conditioning (HVAC) blower motor and determined it to be electrical in origin.
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Ice Training Week
Every year firefighters respond to several
ice rescue calls. Many involve dogs that
run out onto the ice and additionally
owners that attempted to retrieve them.
Others involve people of all ages that get
stuck in a precarious situation on very
cold water or over estimate the thickness
and safety of an ice layer. PFA
responders completed training scenarios
on and in freezing water to complete their
ice rescue refresher training in January.
Remember that ice is never completely
safe, especially with the large fluctuation
in temperatures recently.
Loads of Safety in January | Dryer Fire Education
Between 2010 and 2014, dryer and washing machine fires
cost Americans an estimated $238 million in property damage
annually and most were started by the ignition of dust, fiber, or
lint. PFA shared dryer safety tips such as frequent lint cleaning
and maintenance to help the community prevent this risk.
POLICE SERVICES
Chief Swoboda speaks out against violence leading up to
inauguration – Following the violence at the Capitol Building on January 6, FCPS recognized the
emotional impact that the incident had on many of our community members. Chief Swoboda shared a
message rejecting this incident. As concerns about potential violence on inauguration day heightened
around the country, Chief Swoboda shared a video with our community members to reinforce our
shared values and commitment to safety and service for all here in Fort Collins. FCPS strives to stay
present in conversations about issues of concern in our community and will continue to find ways to
meet each moment to support the needs those we serve.
Veteran Birthday - Officers were honored to participate in a local
veteran’s 97th birthday celebration in January. In 1944, at the age of
20, Curt Cameron co-piloted one of the 867 gliders that crossed the
English Channel in support of the invasion of Normandy. He was later
awarded the Medal of the Jubilee of Liberty for his role in liberating
France from the Nazis. Curt is a lifetime VFW member and has
organized and run the All-Veteran Honor Guard for the past 35 years.
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Case Highlight – On January 16, a suspect stole a bike in midtown Fort Collins. A
few days later, our Downtown officers spotted the man after recognizing him from
the case information that had been shared. The suspect was not interested in
providing information about the bike's whereabouts, but he did mention that he
had recently come from the Mennonite Fellowship. Officers decided to follow up
with staff there to see if the stolen property had been left in the area. Staff
members were able to help police locate the bike, which officers returned to a
very grateful owner. This wasn't the most extreme case, but it's a big part of the
work officers do each day. It's putting lots of little pieces together and working
with community members to solve problems. It's returning someone's transportation to them and
righting wrongs that impact the quality of life for our neighbors.
Traffic Safety – Traffic Safety is one of the agency’s four goals for 2021. In January, officers conducted
enforcement in several areas to impact unsafe driving behaviors. A few examples include:
• Officers from Patrol and our Traffic Unit spent time focusing on speed violations in the
Ziegler/Horsetooth and Harmony/College areas. In total, they conducted 71 traffic stops and
issued 48 citations. The average speed was approximately 14mph faster than the posted limit.
• Traffic Unit officers spent time in the construction zone near Prospect Road on I-25 in response
to concerns from community members about dangerous driving in this area. In just an hour and
a half, 13 drivers were stopped for going more than 15mph over in the construction zone with
the fastest driver going 102mph.
FC911 Accreditation - FC911 is an Accredited Center of Excellence (ACE) through the International
Academies of Emergency Dispatch (IAED). This accreditation is achieved by maintaining specific
benchmarks of compliance as it pertains to handling medical calls. FC911 is routinely evaluated by
IAED in order to maintain this designation. In January, FC911 announced that it had achieved the
necessary benchmarks and remains an Accredited Center of Excellence. There are fewer than 150
ACE centers in the United States, 7 in Colorado, and 3 in Larimer County.
PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT &TRANSPORTATION
BUILDING, PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
Monthly Reporting
Monthly construction reporting and mapping of development review proposals and construction can be
found by visiting:
http://citydocs.fcgov.com/?dt=MONTHLY+REPORT&dn=NEIGHBORHOOD+%26+BUILDING+SERVI
CES%2FZONING&vid=2&cmd=showdt
For a detailed listing of development Proposals under review, please visit:
https://www.fcgov.com/developmentreview/proposals/
Home2Health and Housing Strategic Plan: The Housing Strategic Plan is on track for consideration
of adoption on February 16, 2021 (First Reading) alongside an off-cycle appropriation for Phase 1 of
Land Use Code updates related to housing. Plan draft materials, the final community engagement
report, a Policy 101 document to help community engage with the planning process, and other
supplemental documents are available at https://www.fcgov.com/housing. In the coming months the
Home2Health core team will be focusing on the design of the spring Community Summit, tentatively
scheduled for late April.
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Lighting Code
A Revised Draft of the Lighting Code was made public on the first week of February with changes that
reflect comments received through community engagement. For more information see the project
webpage at https://www.fcgov.com/developmentreview/lighting-regulations. A City Council Work
Session will be held on February 23rd with consideration of adoption on March 2nd (First Reading).
YEAR TO DATE COMPARISON
2020 2021 YTD % Change
Development Project Submittals Received 23 23 0%
Conceptual/Preliminary Design/Staff Reviews 17 23 35.29%
Building Permits Issued 1,000 723 -27.70%
Building Permit Valuations ($M) $29.27 $16.75 -42.77%
Building Inspections Performed 27,095 32,220 18.97%
Zoning Inspections Performed 433 421 -2.77%
Zoning Plan Reviews Performed 2,796 3,039 8.69%
Overall Development Review revenues are ($110,540) under projection for 2021 as of January 31st
with Development Review under by $(2,000) and Engineering Development Review under by
$(112,541).
GRAFFITI UPDATE
During the month of January 2021, the Graffiti Abatement Team abated 26 issues consisting of 87
tags measuring 335 square feet of graffiti-covered surfaces.
The tags were distributed throughout the City in the following Council Districts:
Month One Two Three Four Five Six
January 12 0 3 2 6 2
SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
2021 Earth Day Challenge
Feeling disconnected from friends and family during COVID? Enjoy playing games? Join the 2021
Earth Day Challenge, an online climate action competition to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Create an Earth Day Challenge team, make an impact, and win prizes like a free year of composting
or grocery store gift cards at shiftfoco.com. You can connect with others from the safety of your own
home and become part of a growing community of people who are making Fort Collins a healthier,
more affordable and more sustainable place. Find out more at fcgov.com/shift.
Volunteers Needed for City’s Healthy Homes Program
The City of Fort Collins’ Healthy Homes program is looking for enthusiastic community members to
volunteer to become Master Home Educators. The Healthy Homes Program helps people in Fort
Collins learn easy ways to improve the air quality in their homes.
Month Access FC Hotline Pro-Active Total
January 7 2 17 26
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This fun and informative online training will provide you with a wealth of information to prepare you to
conduct healthy homes assessments. Each assessment helps improve the indoor air quality and
safety of Fort Collins homes.
For more information on how to sign-up and learn more about the program, please call 970-224-6129
or email healthyhomes@fcgov.com.
SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY
Housing Strategic Plan
Since the fall of 2020, the City has been updating the Housing Strategic Plan that guides housing
policy, sets housing goals, and creates a framework for City investments in the housing system. Over
the few weeks, many people will be working diligently on drafting and finalizing the new plan while
incorporating community feedback – adoption by City Council is planned for February 16, 2021. Find
out more about housing in Fort Collins at fcgov.com/housing.
ECONOMIC HEALTH
Larimer County Moves to Level Yellow Saturday, February 6, 2021
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) has released the COVID-19
Dial 2.0. The new dial will consequently moved Larimer County from Level Orange to Level Yellow
effective Saturday, February 6, 2021.
To view the changes for Larimer County residents & businesses, click here.
The Larimer County Health Department will be working with businesses to work through the new
capacity limitations. Please contact the Health Department through one of these options:
Call the Joint Information Center: 970-498-5500 (open Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm)
Text us questions: 970-999-1770
Email us: Submit your general questions and concerns about the COVID-19 Dial 2.0 and
reopening guidance here.
UTILITIES
CUSTOMER CONNECTIONS
In 2021, Utilities Customer Connections has reached 67 participants through 4 outreach events and
programs.
The sprinkler audit program has started planning for the 2021 season. This year we’re evaluating
gaps and barriers to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) with the City’s Rapid Response Team on
Feb. 16. The findings will inform recommendations to improve EDI, which will be incorporated into the
program’s 2021 season.
The 2021 residential Xeriscape Incentive Program is open for enrollment. Utilities water customers
are eligible to receive a rebate for swapping out high-water landscape for low-water xeriscape.
Participants are required to take a class to be eligible for the rebate. So far, 79 customers are
registered for virtual spring classes through May and 41 customers are enrolled in the program to
complete a water-saving landscape project.
In Q4 2020, Staff launched two new programs for commercial customers (direct install program for
hotels and double toilet rebates). Through these programs over 400 high efficiency showerheads and
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aerators and over 350 toilets were installed throughout our business community. These upgrades are
estimated to save 5 million gallons of water a year! Double toilet rebates have concluded, but direct
install for hotels will continue through 2021.
In the month of February, Utilities will offer the following engagement opportunities:
February 3 – CSU Virtual Housing Fair: Utilities staff joined property management companies,
landlords, realtors and other community resources to provide CSU students with information about
Utilities Affordability Programs and Time-of-Day electric pricing during the 36th annual CSU
Housing Fair.
Feb. 3 - Automated Benchmarking Support Session: Building Energy and Water Scoring
Program staff share how energy benchmarking with Xcel Energy can save time when complying
with Fort Collins Building Energy and Water Scoring Ordinance.
February 4 – Floodplain Management Public Information Committee Annual Meeting: Each
year Utilities floodplain management team engages a group of internal and external stakeholders
to develop, guide and implement a public information plan for floodplain safety and education.
Feb. 18 – Building Benchmarking Overview: Utilities staff provides an overview of the Building
Energy and Water Program, including requirements, benefits, and easy steps to request and report
your data.
February 22 – UAP Road Show: Utilities Affordability Programs (UAP) staff present program
information to Sharing is Caring, a group of service providers that connect community members to
critical resources.
February 23 - Residential Water Supply Requirement Focus Group: This will be the fourth
focus group in a four-part series providing impacted stakeholders the opportunity to share
feedback on new water supply requirement process considerations.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
RECREATION
Despite COVID capacity restrictions and reservation requirements, drop ins during January 2021
were only 48% lower than drop ins during January 2020
Camp FunQuest Learning Journey ended onsite remote childcare on January 19, completing 34
consecutive weeks of childcare for the community.
PARKS
Forestry staff member, Rafael McLeod (pictured here), saved a
community member that had fallen through the ice at Fossil Creek.
Rolland Moore ballfield roof replacement completed.
Received a Nature in the City grant for Spring Canyon
Community Park dog pond outfall improvements.
Wreaths Across America included 856 wreaths placed on
veteran's graves in Grandview Cemetery.
Completed a project in coordination with Stormwater to improve
flow in two drainage channels on the southern boundary of Fossil
Creek Community Park.
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CULTURAL SERVICES
Introduction to Beekeeping
The Gardens on Spring Creek
The Lincoln Center will be presenting the Fort Collins Symphony’s Love Notes concert as a virtual
performance February 12-14. The concert is an example of The Lincoln Center’s ability during
COVID-19 to support arts in the community by videoing and streaming high quality virtual
productions. The Lincoln Center is also open to the community for scheduled events and meetings.
In addition to being open to the public, the Gardens on Spring Creek is continuing to offer in-
person and online classes and programs this winter. For adults and children, the programs range
from Read and Seed Story Time, to beekeeping and watercolor classes, to Tai Chi on the Great
Lawn on Saturday mornings.
NATURAL AREAS
Natural Areas Bark Rangers are Volunteer
Ranger Assistants and their canines that
educate fellow natural areas visitors about
dog etiquette. This is a new program that
started in 2020 despite the pandemic.
2020 Volunteerism & Participation
Remained Strong
Volunteers really stepped up to serve the
community and natural areas last year, even
in a global pandemic! Natural Areas staff
appreciates those who stayed home to
prevent the spread of COVID-19 and those
who volunteered safely to support the Natural
Areas Department’s operations.
Volunteers contributed 6,482 hours in 2020. Volunteer hours donated can be valued at $29.50 each in
Colorado (independentsector.org/resource/vovt_details/), a value of $191,219 in 2020.
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By The Numbers
Number of natural areas volunteers: 372
Average volunteer contribution: 21 hours
Number of volunteer assignments: 2,469
Full-time employee hours equivalent: 3.11
Top three types of volunteer hours:
1. Volunteer Ranger Assistants
2. Volunteer Naturalist Assistants
3. Volunteer Naturalists
In 2020, the Natural Areas Department saw changes in its tradition of offering year-round
programming such as free guided hikes, family activities, and volunteer projects. Since natural areas
activities were all offered in-person previously, COVID-19 brought an expansion of virtual activities
while offering limited in-person options. In December, the Natural Areas Department provided 12
activities for 464 participants. In 2019, 9,927 people participated in 400 activities and in 2020, Natural
Areas provided 245 activities for 6,069 people.
The strong volunteerism and programming participation in 2020 show the community’s outstanding
appreciation of and commitment to stewarding their natural areas. Thank you, Fort Collins!
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT
MLK Celebration 2021
As part of the community wide MLK Day Celebration, the City of Fort Collins collaborated with Colorado
State University’s Black/African American Cultural Center (BAACC), CSU Police Department, Poudre
School District, Poudre River Public Library District, and New Eyes Village, among other organizations,
to put together a series of activities to commemorate the day and honor the legacy of Dr. King. City-led
activities included the following:
Mayor’s MLK Proclamation
City of Fort Collins – Local Black/African American History Website & Virtual Tour
MLK Candlelight Vigil
BROADBAND – FORT COLLINS
CONNEXION
Industry News
Colman Keane, Broadband Executive Director, was featured
on the cover of the January 2021 issue of ISE magazine!
The article highlights our ongoing contract vendor
relationships, the impact COVID-19 has had on construction
and installations, accessibility and affordability, and the
ongoing relationship management with homeowners’
associations.
You can read this ISE article here! https://www.isemag.com
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Industry Events
On Wednesday, January 27, Colman Keane presented a case study: Building a Fiber-to-the-home
Network at the virtual 2020 EUCI Broadband Deployment Symposium.
Outside Plant
It has been chilly outside lately and with our network
being 100% underground including from the street to
the side of your house, we do run into issues with
frozen ground during the winter months. If frozen
ground is an issue, we can run a temporary drop
“above ground” for Connexion service.
This temporary drop will be installed underground
permanently once the ground has thawed. Our
OnTrac, Inc. crews are regularly monitoring areas to determine if ground has thawed enough to
complete the installation and complete the direct-bury process.
Social Media
Follow us on Facebook and Twitter! Join the Connexion community—get updates and information on
services and more! @FCConnexion @ConnexionFC
COMMUNITY DASHBOARD HIGHLIGHT
The Community Dashboard features performance data and information that highlights how the City is
doing in achieving its seven Outcome areas: Neighborhood Livability and Social Health, Culture and
Recreation, Economic Health, Environmental Health, Safe Community, Transportation, and High
Performing Government. The Dashboard is made up of 36 total metrics that are published quarterly
and demonstrate where the City is doing well and where there are opportunities to improve. The color
status of performance for each metric is determined based on the actual result for the quarter
compared with the target. The color status of performance for the Outcome is determined based on
the average calculation of the performance of each metric within that Outcome.
Each month the City Manager’s Update will highlight a metric from the Community Dashboard. This
month’s feature is from the Safe Community Outcome Area.
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Analysis:
This is a quarterly metric, currently reflecting Q3 2020 data.
Measuring the rate per 1000 residents provides a contextual way to view the amount of crime
occurring while reflecting changes in the City's population over time.
Crime rates can fluctuate greatly when measured on a quarterly basis, due to seasonality and
other factors. For this reason, Fort Collins Police Services compares the actual rates to expected
normal ranges per quarter.
When COVID-19 related restrictions went into place in March, FCPS experienced slight decreases
in calls-for-service as well. As some restrictions have been lifted and citizens are resuming more
activities, the calls have started to return to more typical levels. As there are sometimes delays in
reporting, we will continue to refresh the 2020 numbers to monitor this measure.
On 05/08/20, we began using slightly different methodology than had been used in previous
quarterly updates on this metric. In order to maintain consistency so that each quarter can be
compared across the entire time period, all the data in the above graph was recalculated using the
new methodology.
Definition:
Part 1 crimes are defined by the FBI as: Aggravated Assault, Arson, Auto Theft, Burglary, Homicide,
Rape, Robbery, and Theft. Part 1 crimes are the common set of criminal offenses that law
enforcement agencies across the county collect data and report statistics for on an annual basis.
Why is this metric important?
This data is collected from every law enforcement agency in the country and reported by the FBI. It
provides a standardized definition to generate crime rate statistics across agencies. It is useful as a
barometer for measuring reporting rates of similarly sized cities. It is often used as a leading social
indicator of community safety.
City’s impact on this metric:
Medium – Fort Collins Police Services provides services and deploys strategies to help maintain
community safety. However, the crime rate is heavily influenced by outside factors.
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Benchmarks:
Benchmark data is collected on an annual basis and is not available until late the following year. As
such, this metric does not use outside benchmarking comparable data.
To view the entire Dashboard, please visit: http://fortcollins.clearpointstrategy.com/